2000 Caterham 21 vs. 1989 Volvo 245
To start off, 2000 Caterham 21 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 245. (110 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 245.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Caterham 21 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 1989 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Caterham | Volvo |
| Model | 21 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |
